Gor Mahia Book CECAFA Kagame Cup Final Spot After Penalty Shootout Drama

KIGALI, Rwanda — Kenyan giants Gor Mahia advanced to the final of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup after defeating Sudanese side Al Hilal in a tense penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw in the semi-final.

The match remained locked at 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time, forcing the contest to be decided from the spot. Gor Mahia held their nerve to win the shootout and secure their place in the final.

Penalty Shootout Sequence

Gor Mahia: ❌ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ❌ ✅ Al Hilal: ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ❌ ✅ ✅ ✅ ❌ ❌

The Kenyan champions will now await the winner of the other semi-final between hosts Rayon Sport and Jamus SC of South Sudan, with the final scheduled for later this week.

Gor Mahia’s progression continues their strong campaign in the regional competition as they chase another CECAFA title.